If asked to name the first color that comes to your mind when you hear the word "alarming," you're likely to say "red." Among many cultures, red stands for blood, fire, anger, and even rage. Notably, the expression "see red" is based on our physical reaction when we're upset — our blood pressure rises, making our face and neck turn red.^[1]

Red is fantastic for warnings and drawing attention but use this color thoughtfully only for critical information to avoid alarming users unnecessarily.